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Naveed Akram’s family members could be killed if their identities aren’t suppressed, court told
- The court heard a suppression bid to shield the names and addresses of Akram's mother, brother, and sister to protect their safety.
- Media groups argue there is no imminent risk and that permanent suppression may be unnecessary.
- The magistrate reserved judgment on the suppression request for April 2.
- Naveed Akram is charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act.
- Sajid Akram was killed by police at the scene of the Bondi Beach attack.
- Authorities say the incident involved a mass shooting at a Hanukkah festival on Bondi Beach in December.
- The court noted threats included calls and messages to the family expressing intent to harm.
- Exhibit material included a leaked driver’s license image complicating the privacy issue.
- The case centers on balancing public interest with family safety in reporting on terror events.
- The Guardian and other outlets are challenging the suppression order in this case.
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